| 单词 | orchid cactus |
| 释义 | > as lemmasorchid cactus orchid cactus n. chiefly U.S. a plant of the genus Epiphyllum of mostly epiphytic cacti, native to Central and South America and grown for its large showy flowers. ΚΠ 1950 V. Higgins Cactus Grower's Guide iv. 56 The hybrid Epiphyllums..attracted the attention of enthusiasts in America; the plants, generally called there Orchid Cacti, are now much in favour. 1956 Cactus & Succulent Jrnl. Great Brit. 18 149 Chiapasia Nelsonii perhaps completes the list of popular ‘orchid cacti’ native to Mexico. 1989 K. Godfrey 50 Houseplants 19 Epiphyllum. Orchid Cactus... Likes a position with plenty of sun and thrives on a sunny windowsill. < as lemmas |
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